Celebrating care

THE outstanding contributions of individuals and organisations in palliative and end-of-life care were celebrated at the 2025 Tasmanian Palliative Care Awards.
Hosted at Government House by Her Excellency the Honourable Barbara Baker AC, Governor of Tasmania and Emeritus Professor Don Chalmers, the awards recognised the dedication, skill and compassion shown by professionals, volunteers and carers across the state.
“As Patron of Palliative Care Tasmania, I am proud to celebrate the many dedicated individuals and professional organisations working in palliative care in our state,” Governor Baker said.
“On behalf of all Tasmanians, I thank them for making a positive difference to our community and to the lives of others.”
Palliative Care Tasmania chief executive officer Veney Hiller said all the nominees, finalists and winners played a vital role in ensuring Tasmanians received care marked by dignity, respect and kindness.
“The work you do shows tremendous empathy, skill, and commitment,” she said.
“You inspire the next generation of health professionals, volunteers and carers.
“Your contribution exemplifies the compassion shown to individuals and families at one of the most important stages of life.”
Ms Hiller said recognising the breadth and depth of people and organisations supporting dying Tasmanians provided visibility to what could often be an invisible workforce.
“We are thrilled to take this time, once a year, to acknowledge just a handful of these extraordinary people,” she said.